Daily Archives: April 27, 2020

Canada saw one of its most horrendous crimes this week, with a mass shooting occurring in Nova Scotia. This brutal act of violence caused by twenty-two civilians to lose their lives, including a Royal Canadian Mounted Police Officer. This was Heidi Stevenson, who’d spent 23 years working with the RCMP. She was near retirement before losing her life. These violent actions prompted the “Nova Scotia Remembers” campaign, which saw notable individuals from the province express their condolences. This included Sydney Crosby, one of the most influential athletes in the NHL.

Most aren’t aware that Sydney Crosby was born and raised throughout Nova Scotia, making this horrendous crime emotionally challenge for the Pittsburgh Penguins Captain. Crosby mentioned that his heart and soul goes out to the people of Nova Scotia, with his remarks extending towards the friends and family affected by this horrific tragedy. The Penguins Forward noted that Heidi Stevenson is the hero of Cole Harbour, of Nova Scotia, and Canada.

Remarks from Sydney Crosby continued, with the NHL Legend thanking all first responders that held their ground throughout this nightmare. These individuals would’ve stuck together in close quarters, meaning that social distancing was avoided. RCMP Constables faced two enemies during the shootout, with the 1st being bullets and the 2nd being COVID-19. Crosby finished his remarks by mentioning how Nova Scotia always stays strong, that they’ll do it again and again.

The Shootings

April 17th & 18th marked the dates when this horrific murderer took towards Cole Harbour, killing 22 civilians from the Nova Scotia region. These deaths prompted the Prime Minister of Canada to get involved, with Justin Trudeau merely mentioning how throughout this challenging time, we must talk with someone we trust. He noted that family and friends should be told their loved because tomorrow isn’t ever promised.

It should be mentioned that Trudeau didn’t provide condolences to the family members or friends of this tragedy, which is unconventional of a Prime Minister to do. The Canadian Leader has infamously been weak throughout the COVID-19 Pandemic, often running away to his home when questioned profusely by reporters.